G42 and NVIDIA team up to set up Earth-2 Climate Tech Lab

• By focusing on innovative weather forecasting solutions, the collaboration has potential to drive impactful change across various industries and ecosystems, ultimately contributing to a more sustainable future for the planet.

Microsoft-backed G42, an artificial intelligence company based in Abu Dhabi, has announced a strategic partnership with NVIDIA, a pioneer in accelerated computing.

The collaboration aims to enhance global weather forecasting through the application of advanced AI solutions, thereby addressing one of the most pressing challenges of our time: climate change.

At the core of this initiative is NVIDIA’s Earth-2 platform, which facilitates high-resolution simulations that augment climate and weather predictions.

Meteorological predictions

The partnership will initially concentrate on developing a weather forecasting model with a resolution of one square kilometre, significantly improving the accuracy of meteorological predictions.

This level of precision is crucial for various sectors, including agriculture, disaster management, and urban planning, where informed decision-making is essential.

A vital component of this collaboration is the establishment of the Earth-2 Climate Tech Lab in Abu Dhabi.

The state-of-the-art facility will serve as a research and development hub, reflecting both companies’ commitment to environmental sustainability.

By harnessing over 100 petabytes of geophysical data assets, the lab will create tailored climate and weather solutions, fostering innovation in the field.

Solving global challenges

Peng Xiao, Group CEO of G42, emphasises the importance of this initiative, stating, “This initiative with NVIDIA is a testament to our commitment to applying AI in ways that not only innovate but also solve critical global challenges.”

The Climate Tech Lab will not only advance technological solutions but also build a robust framework for integrating enhanced weather prediction capabilities with comprehensive data metrics and visualization tools.

The integration will empower organisations worldwide to achieve their sustainability goals through data-driven environmental strategies.

Jensen Huang, founder and CEO of NVIDIA, highlights the significance of the partnership, asserting that it represents a pivotal step toward utilizing AI to understand and predict climate phenomena with unprecedented accuracy. The collaboration aims to leverage the strengths of both companies to deliver transformative climate solutions that are scientifically accurate and applicable in real-world scenarios.